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Ryan Weaks, 37, says Dual Diagnosis Anonymous "saved my life."/Lynne Terry/The Lund Report

Organization Fills Gap For People With Mental Illness, Addiction Problems

Dual Diagnosis, a peer support group for people with an addiction problem and mental health issues, has helped scores of people since it started in Oregon in 1998. But it's needed now more than ever.

Jul 15, 2020
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Medical volunteers help with COVID-19 testing. | OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY

Oregon's Mask Rules Expanding To Crowded Outdoor Spaces As COVID Cases Spike

Jul 13, 2020

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The Oregon Health Authority in Salem. | OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY

Despite Budget Crunch, Oregon Health Authority Plans 3 New High-Level Behavioral Health Positions

The Oregon Health Authority started its plans to add new management positions last year.

Jul 7, 2020
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An OHSU nurse conducts testing in Hillsboro. | OHSU

Multnomah County Enlists Refugee And Immigrant Groups In Race Against COVID-19

Trauma, economic inequality, inadequate translation and religious and cultural practices have contributed to the disproportionate spread of the virus among Somali, Congolese and Bhutanese refugees and Pacific Island populations.

Jul 1, 2020

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A medical laboratory scientist in Seattle reviews samples of purified genetic material to detect COVID-19 cases. | DAN DELONG/KAISER HEALTH NEWS

Hollowed-Out Public Health System Faces More Cuts Amid Virus

Jul 1, 2020

Governor Extends Mask Order To All Oregon Counties 

Gov. Kate Brown's expanded mask order came after pressure from local health officials and advocates.

Jun 29, 2020

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Airlines Want Flyers To Feel Safe, But Grab Bag Of COVID Policies Adds Turbulence

As consumers consider traveling again, they discover the public health guidelines in place for flying often are a messy patchwork of precautions that lack the teeth to protect passengers.

Jun 25, 2020

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Mask Mandates Spread, But Thorny Problems Remain With No Unified Strategy

Starting Wednesday, residents in Multnomah, Washington, Clackamas, Hood River, Marion, Polk and Lincoln counties will have to wear masks in indoor commercial settings, in line with the fast-swelling ranks of cities, counties and states around the country.

Jun 22, 2020
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OHSU Gets $2.3 Million Grant To Expand Addiction Fellowship Program

The federal award will help the university train more physicians in addiction medicine, an area that's sorely needed in Oregon.

Jun 22, 2020

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Oregon Health Authority ‘Made An Error’ In Reopening Data

The Oregon Health Authority undereported Multnomah County's COVID-19 hospitalization numbers to Gov. Kate Brown, but the plan to reopen the county will move forward regardless.

Jun 18, 2020